Dear Carolyn, Courtney, and Jonathan,
My deepest condolences on Prof. Howard’s passing. I was a doctoral student and post-doc of his between 1977 and 1981.
Prof. Howard was a wonderful teacher, supervisor, and human being. He did me personal kindnesses that made a major difference to my life and my career. He was warm, kind, funny, gentle, and a very great pleasure to work for and with. I actually did not select my PhD thesis topic, I first selected him as the supervisor I really wanted to work for and then selected whatever he was working on as my thesis topic. I have had many reasons over the years to be thankful for my choice.
May your family know of no more sorrows.
Howard Franklin
Sunday, July 13, 2008
Letter from Combustion Institute - organization that Jack was very actively involved
The Combustion Institute
5001 Baum Boulevard, Suite 635
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15213-1851 USA
Telephone: (412)687-1366 Fax: (412)687-0340
Email: office@combustioninstitute.org
July 13th, 2008
Carolyn Howard
24 Central St
Winchester, MA 01890-2630
USA
Jack B. Howard – In Memoriam
With the passing of Jack Howard, the Combustion institute has lost one of its greats. Jack gave us so much by way of original research, teaching, and service to our community
Jack’s work in coal and other carbons, ranging from soot to fullerene, stands out for its breadth and depth. He provided insights into the processing of coal to produce gases and liquids that were at the forefront in the 1970’s and 1980’s and still today have special significance as the world grapples with the problem of energy supply, in which coal will continue to play a major role. Similarly, his work on active sites in carbon reactions set the scene for much of the work that has followed. His studies of fullerenes from combustion sources changed the way we thought about soot and provided the basis not only for much future work, but also for Jack’s ‘post-retirement’ business activities in nanocarbons.
Jack gave generously of his time and wise counsel to promoting the interests of the Institute and the community it represents, including being a Board Member from 1994-2006. He was accorded every scientific honour and responsibility that our Institute can bestow:
Symposium Program Chair, 19th Symposium, Technion-Israel Institute of Technology, Haifa, Israel in 1982.
Silver Medal, at the 20th Symposium, University of Michigan (1984), for the paper with Jim Bittner entitled "Mechanisms of hydrocarbon decay in fuel-rich secondary reaction zones."
Bernard Lewis Gold Medal, at the 24th Symposium, University of Sydney "for the kinetics of soot formation and coal pyrolysis".
Symposium plenary lecture: 23rd Symposium, University of Orléans, France (1992) "Carbon additions and oxidation reactions in heterogeneous combustion and soot formation".
At a personal level, I interacted with Jack when I was at MIT from 1979 to 1981. Our research fields overlapped in part and, while we I did not work directly together, I learned first-hand of his unfailingly gentlemanly nature and scholarly disposition. The hospitality you and Jack showed me and my wife at a time when we were starting our own family has never been forgotten.
The Combustion Institute salutes the life and work of Jack Howard. His contributions were immense and the legacy of his work will endure for many years.
Our thoughts and best wishes are with you and your family at this time.
Brian S. Haynes
President
5001 Baum Boulevard, Suite 635
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15213-1851 USA
Telephone: (412)687-1366 Fax: (412)687-0340
Email: office@combustioninstitute.org
July 13th, 2008
Carolyn Howard
24 Central St
Winchester, MA 01890-2630
USA
Jack B. Howard – In Memoriam
With the passing of Jack Howard, the Combustion institute has lost one of its greats. Jack gave us so much by way of original research, teaching, and service to our community
Jack’s work in coal and other carbons, ranging from soot to fullerene, stands out for its breadth and depth. He provided insights into the processing of coal to produce gases and liquids that were at the forefront in the 1970’s and 1980’s and still today have special significance as the world grapples with the problem of energy supply, in which coal will continue to play a major role. Similarly, his work on active sites in carbon reactions set the scene for much of the work that has followed. His studies of fullerenes from combustion sources changed the way we thought about soot and provided the basis not only for much future work, but also for Jack’s ‘post-retirement’ business activities in nanocarbons.
Jack gave generously of his time and wise counsel to promoting the interests of the Institute and the community it represents, including being a Board Member from 1994-2006. He was accorded every scientific honour and responsibility that our Institute can bestow:
Symposium Program Chair, 19th Symposium, Technion-Israel Institute of Technology, Haifa, Israel in 1982.
Silver Medal, at the 20th Symposium, University of Michigan (1984), for the paper with Jim Bittner entitled "Mechanisms of hydrocarbon decay in fuel-rich secondary reaction zones."
Bernard Lewis Gold Medal, at the 24th Symposium, University of Sydney "for the kinetics of soot formation and coal pyrolysis".
Symposium plenary lecture: 23rd Symposium, University of Orléans, France (1992) "Carbon additions and oxidation reactions in heterogeneous combustion and soot formation".
At a personal level, I interacted with Jack when I was at MIT from 1979 to 1981. Our research fields overlapped in part and, while we I did not work directly together, I learned first-hand of his unfailingly gentlemanly nature and scholarly disposition. The hospitality you and Jack showed me and my wife at a time when we were starting our own family has never been forgotten.
The Combustion Institute salutes the life and work of Jack Howard. His contributions were immense and the legacy of his work will endure for many years.
Our thoughts and best wishes are with you and your family at this time.
Brian S. Haynes
President
Condelence from Jeff and Sue Tester, MIT colleague and friend
Dear Carolyn,
Please excuse me for using email for this note. I just learned that Jack's memorial service is scheduled for Wed, July 16th. Unfortunately, neither Sue or I can attend -- I will be on the West coast and Sue is dealing with her aging 94 year old mother. Although we won't be there in person, we certainly will be in spirit as Jack. You both have been wonderful friends and an inspiration to us for the 40 years we have known you. I have never met a person as kind and modest as Jack -- he was as far from the prototypical MIT professor as is humanly possible.
Sue and I send our love and deepest condolences to you and your children during these difficult times.
Affectionately ,
Jeff
Please excuse me for using email for this note. I just learned that Jack's memorial service is scheduled for Wed, July 16th. Unfortunately, neither Sue or I can attend -- I will be on the West coast and Sue is dealing with her aging 94 year old mother. Although we won't be there in person, we certainly will be in spirit as Jack. You both have been wonderful friends and an inspiration to us for the 40 years we have known you. I have never met a person as kind and modest as Jack -- he was as far from the prototypical MIT professor as is humanly possible.
Sue and I send our love and deepest condolences to you and your children during these difficult times.
Affectionately ,
Jeff
Saturday, July 12, 2008
Ron and Lois Barndt - a dear couple from our church
Dearest Carolyn,
Our hearts are turned toward the Lord on your behalf as we ask Him to receive Jack into His loving presence where he will at last be at peace and joy, basking in the love of Jesus.
We, of course, pray for you, Courtenay, Jonathan and his wife, and all others who have been so devoted to Jack in caring for him and preparing him for his homegoing. You have seen God work in all of your lives, and are grateful for that, but the ache is still there until you are reunited with your beloved.
May you be borne up on angels' wings during this time, and may the strong arm of God also uphold you and guide you for the days to come.
We love you,
Ron and Lois
Our hearts are turned toward the Lord on your behalf as we ask Him to receive Jack into His loving presence where he will at last be at peace and joy, basking in the love of Jesus.
We, of course, pray for you, Courtenay, Jonathan and his wife, and all others who have been so devoted to Jack in caring for him and preparing him for his homegoing. You have seen God work in all of your lives, and are grateful for that, but the ache is still there until you are reunited with your beloved.
May you be borne up on angels' wings during this time, and may the strong arm of God also uphold you and guide you for the days to come.
We love you,
Ron and Lois
Domenica Condolences - our Bible Study partners who recently moved to England
Carolyn,
I am sure that the people whose lives Jack has impacted are surrounding you with their love for you and him. Please accept ours...from a distance. All I can say is, "When is our next Bible Study....when we are all together?" I am sitting here in tears so looking forward to that day when the seven of us are sitting together studying I Cor. 15:51-58!
For all the saints, who from their labors rest,
Who Thee by faith before the world confessed,
Thy Name, O Jesus, be forever blessed.
Alleluia, Alleluia!
Thou wast their Rock, their Fortress and their Might;
Thou, Lord, their Captain in the well fought fight;
Thou, in the darkness drear, their one true Light.
Alleluia, Alleluia!
O blest communion, fellowship divine!
We feebly struggle, they in glory shine;
All are one in Thee, for all are Thine.
Alleluia, Alleluia!
And when the strife is fierce, the warfare long,
Steals on the ear the distant triumph song,
And hearts are brave, again, and arms are strong.
Alleluia, Alleluia!
The golden evening brightens in the west;
Soon, soon to faithful warriors comes their rest;
Sweet is the calm of paradise the blessed.
Alleluia, Alleluia!
But lo! there breaks a yet more glorious day;
The saints triumphant rise in bright array;
The King of glory passes on His way.
Alleluia, Alleluia!
From earth’s wide bounds, from ocean’s farthest coast,
Through gates of pearl streams in the countless host,
And singing to Father, Son and Holy Ghost:
Alleluia, Alleluia!
I am sure that the people whose lives Jack has impacted are surrounding you with their love for you and him. Please accept ours...from a distance. All I can say is, "When is our next Bible Study....when we are all together?" I am sitting here in tears so looking forward to that day when the seven of us are sitting together studying I Cor. 15:51-58!
For all the saints, who from their labors rest,
Who Thee by faith before the world confessed,
Thy Name, O Jesus, be forever blessed.
Alleluia, Alleluia!
Thou wast their Rock, their Fortress and their Might;
Thou, Lord, their Captain in the well fought fight;
Thou, in the darkness drear, their one true Light.
Alleluia, Alleluia!
O blest communion, fellowship divine!
We feebly struggle, they in glory shine;
All are one in Thee, for all are Thine.
Alleluia, Alleluia!
And when the strife is fierce, the warfare long,
Steals on the ear the distant triumph song,
And hearts are brave, again, and arms are strong.
Alleluia, Alleluia!
The golden evening brightens in the west;
Soon, soon to faithful warriors comes their rest;
Sweet is the calm of paradise the blessed.
Alleluia, Alleluia!
But lo! there breaks a yet more glorious day;
The saints triumphant rise in bright array;
The King of glory passes on His way.
Alleluia, Alleluia!
From earth’s wide bounds, from ocean’s farthest coast,
Through gates of pearl streams in the countless host,
And singing to Father, Son and Holy Ghost:
Alleluia, Alleluia!
Bob and Jane Cohen - MIT Chemical Engineering Dept Professor and wife
Dear Carolyn-
We are so sad and so sorry to hear that Jack has passed on.
You were in a dream I had last night.
We are thinking of you and Jack.
As your niece so beautifully put it, he won the race and he has the prize.
With deepest sympathy and much love-
Jane and Bob
We are so sad and so sorry to hear that Jack has passed on.
You were in a dream I had last night.
We are thinking of you and Jack.
As your niece so beautifully put it, he won the race and he has the prize.
With deepest sympathy and much love-
Jane and Bob
Condolence from Howard Palmer, Professor at Penn State University
Dear Carolyn and family,
Phil Westmoreland sent the news to many of Jack's friends and colleagues,
and I just want to say to you that you and Jack have been an inspiration. I have
learned a lot from you, as I deal daily with the very slow process of deterioration
in my dear wife (combination of Alzheimer's and little strokes). I have been
touched to read your updates from time to time and see the remarkable spirit
that you and Jack have displayed. Thank you and Jack for that gift to us.
Jack was indeed a special person. That was evident from the moment he
first enrolled here as a graduate student. Everything that he has done in
research has been characterized by creativity, integrity, depth of investigation,
modesty, and an obvious delight in discovery. It has all been first class.
I have followed---and been in touch---with his career over the years with much
pleasure and some pride, and I am very sorry that he is gone.
God be with you now and in the days to come.
Howard Palmer
Howard Palmer was one of Jack's professors when he attended Penn State.
Phil Westmoreland sent the news to many of Jack's friends and colleagues,
and I just want to say to you that you and Jack have been an inspiration. I have
learned a lot from you, as I deal daily with the very slow process of deterioration
in my dear wife (combination of Alzheimer's and little strokes). I have been
touched to read your updates from time to time and see the remarkable spirit
that you and Jack have displayed. Thank you and Jack for that gift to us.
Jack was indeed a special person. That was evident from the moment he
first enrolled here as a graduate student. Everything that he has done in
research has been characterized by creativity, integrity, depth of investigation,
modesty, and an obvious delight in discovery. It has all been first class.
I have followed---and been in touch---with his career over the years with much
pleasure and some pride, and I am very sorry that he is gone.
God be with you now and in the days to come.
Howard Palmer
Howard Palmer was one of Jack's professors when he attended Penn State.
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